Potassium Methyl Cocoyl Taurate
Regulatory Status
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Safety Data
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Expert Verdict
Limited independent use data in VCRP (≤1 formulation reported); safety supported by read-across from sodium methyl cocoyl taurate analog.
Frequently Asked Questions
Is Potassium Methyl Cocoyl Taurate safe in cosmetics?
Limited independent use data in VCRP (≤1 formulation reported); safety supported by read-across from sodium methyl cocoyl taurate analog. The EU classifies Potassium Methyl Cocoyl Taurate as "permitted". Safety rating: GOOD.
Is Potassium Methyl Cocoyl Taurate allowed in the EU?
Potassium Methyl Cocoyl Taurate EU regulatory status: permitted. This is based on EU Regulation 1223/2009 and its amendments.
What does Potassium Methyl Cocoyl Taurate do in cosmetics?
Potassium Methyl Cocoyl Taurate functions as: Surfactant (surface active agent). It is classified as a cosmetic ingredient in our database. CAS number: Not individually assigned (sodium analog: 12765-39-8 / 61791-42-2).
What is the Margin of Safety for Potassium Methyl Cocoyl Taurate?
adequate The Margin of Safety (MoS) is calculated using SCCS methodology. A MoS above 100 is generally considered safe. Use the MoS Calculator tool to calculate MoS for your specific formulation and product category.
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